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Daina Wierzbinski
Summary
Results-driven market research professional with 7+ years of progressive experience in Market Research, advancing from research associate to team manager. Skilled in quantitative and qualitative research design, client relationship management, and team leadership. Proven success in guiding research strategies for clients in the financial services, healthcare, IT, and consumer sectors. Adept at managing cross-functional projects, mentoring teams, and translating client goals into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions.
Professional leader with proven ability to drive team success and adapt to changing needs. Strong focus on collaboration, communication, and achieving results. Expertise in project management, conflict resolution, and performance optimization. Reliable and flexible, always ready to support and inspire team members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Manager
GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group)
02.2023 - 10.2025
- Led and mentored a team of research professionals, fostering collaboration, development, and operational excellence.
- Oversaw project pipelines, ensuring efficient resource allocation and adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Partnered directly with clients to define research objectives, aligning deliverables with strategic business goals.
- Drove improvements in team performance through structured coaching, process optimization, and documentation initiatives.
Project Manager
GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group)
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Managed complex, multi-stakeholder market research projects across financial, healthcare, and technology verticals.
- Served as a primary client contact, translating research needs into actionable methodologies.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with key client accounts, ensuring consistent satisfaction and retention.
- Oversaw survey instrument design, data quality assurance, and final insight delivery.
Senior Research Associate
GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group)
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Conducted in-depth qualitative and quantitative research to support strategic client decisions.
- Designed and implemented survey tools tailored to target audiences in B2B and B2C sectors.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure deliverables met client standards and internal KPIs.
Research Associate
GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group)
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Supported senior researchers in executing market studies, data collection, and synthesis of findings.
- Built early relationships with clients in financial services, healthcare, and IT industries.
- Contributed to knowledge base documentation and process improvement initiatives.
Education
Master of Science - Experimental Psychology
Central Washington University
05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Georgia Southern University
05.2012
Skills
- Quantitative & qualitative research design
- Client relationship management
- Strategic consulting
- Team leadership & mentorship
- Budget management
- Project execution
- Training documentation
- Process optimization
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Decipher
- Coding experience
Interests
Industries Focus Areas
- Market Research
- Information Technology & Healthcare
- Consumer Research & Strategy
Timeline
Team Manager
GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group)
02.2023 - 10.2025
Project Manager
GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group)
02.2021 - 02.2023
Senior Research Associate
GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group)
02.2020 - 02.2021
Research Associate
GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group)
02.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Georgia Southern University
Master of Science - Experimental Psychology
Central Washington University